Our Council
About CPTEA
The Canadian Pharmacy Technician Educators Association (CPTEA) was established to bring together pharmacy technician educators and administrators from accredited programs across Canada. Since its founding, CPTEA has grown into the national voice for pharmacy technician education — connecting educators, shaping standards, and advancing the profession from coast to coast.
Over the years, CPTEA has played a vital role in the development and ongoing evaluation of accreditation standards, fostering collaboration among educators, and ensuring that pharmacy technician programs across Canada remain rigorous, relevant, and responsive to the evolving needs of the healthcare system.
Today, CPTEA continues to grow its national community of educators and administrators, with a renewed focus on member engagement, professional development, and supporting the next generation of pharmacy technician educators across all provinces and territories.
2025–2028 Council
CPTEA is governed by a volunteer Council made up of elected Executive Members and Provincial/Territorial Representatives. The 2025–2028 Council brings together experienced educators and administrators from institutions across Canada, united by a shared commitment to excellence in pharmacy technician education.
Executive Team
Sue Pfeifer — President
Conestoga College, Ontario | 1st Term 2025–2028
Sue Pfeifer brings extensive experience in pharmacy technician education to her role as President of CPTEA. Based at Conestoga College in Ontario, Sue has been a dedicated advocate for pharmacy technician educators across Canada. As President, Sue is committed to strengthening CPTEA's national presence, advancing member engagement, and ensuring the association continues to support excellence in pharmacy technician education programs from coast to coast.
Sandra Gerges — Vice President
Humber College, Ontario | 1st Term 2025–2028
Sandra Gerges serves as Vice President of CPTEA, bringing her expertise in pharmacy technician education from Humber College in Ontario. Sandra is passionate about collaborative leadership and supporting educators across the country. In her role, she works closely with the President and Executive team to advance CPTEA's strategic priorities and support council initiatives.
Kaitlyn Harnden — Finance & Membership Coordinator
St. Clair College, Ontario | 1st Term 2025–2028
Kaitlyn Harnden oversees the financial operations and membership coordination for CPTEA. Based at St. Clair College in Ontario, Kaitlyn brings organizational expertise and a commitment to member services. She is responsible for membership applications, renewals, and ensuring CPTEA's financial health — playing a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the association.
Melissa Bleier — Communications Coordinator
Selkirk College, British Columbia | 1st Term 2025–2028
Melissa Bleier leads communications for CPTEA, ensuring members stay informed and connected. Based at Selkirk College in British Columbia, Melissa brings a strong understanding of the pharmacy technician education landscape from a Western Canadian perspective. She also serves as the British Columbia Provincial Representative, providing dual representation for BC educators.
Melissa Benoit — Records Coordinator
New Brunswick Community College, New Brunswick | 2nd Term 2022–2026
Melissa Benoit brings years of dedicated service to CPTEA in her role as Records Coordinator. Based at New Brunswick Community College, Melissa ensures the integrity and accessibility of the association's records and documentation. Now in her second term, she brings deep institutional knowledge and a strong commitment to CPTEA's organizational continuity.
Katie Roy — Professional Practice Coordinator
Fleming College, Ontario | 1st Term 2025–2028
Katie Roy serves as Professional Practice Coordinator, bringing her expertise in pharmacy technician education from Fleming College in Ontario. In this role, Katie focuses on advancing professional practice standards and supporting educators in delivering high quality, practice-aligned programs across Canada.
Michelle Lee — Events Coordinator
Centennial College, Ontario | 1st Term 2025–2028
Michelle Lee coordinates events for CPTEA, including the annual conference and AGM. Based at Centennial College in Ontario, Michelle also serves as the Ontario (GTHA) Provincial Representative. Her dual role reflects her deep engagement with both the national association and the Ontario pharmacy technician education community.
Executive
| Role | Name | Term |
|---|---|---|
| President | Sue Pfeifer | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
| Vice President | Sandra Gerges | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
| Finance & Membership Coordinator | Kaitlyn Harnden | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
| Communications Coordinator | Melissa Bleier | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
| Records Coordinator | Melissa Benoit | 1st Term 2018–2022 / 2nd Term 2022–2026 |
| Professional Practice Coordinator | Katie Roy | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
| Events Coordinator | Michelle Lee | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
Provincial Representatives
| Province | Name | Term |
|---|---|---|
| British Columbia | Melissa Bleier | 2nd Term 2025–2028 |
| Alberta | Tracy Cliff | 1st Term 2023–2027 |
| Saskatchewan | Sue Mack-Klinger | 2nd Term 2022–2026 |
| Manitoba | Jennifer Buffie | 2nd Term 2025–2028 |
| Ontario (non-GTHA) | Tricia Ross | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
| Ontario (GTHA) | Michelle Lee | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
| New Brunswick | Angela Martin-Dallon | 2nd Term 2022–2026 |
| Nova Scotia | Sonja Baettig | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
| Newfoundland | Taggarty Norris | 1st Term 2025–2028 |
| PEI | n/a | |
| Quebec | n/a | |
| Territories | n/a |
CPTEA Appointees — Council Positions
| Board | Name | Term |
|---|---|---|
| PEBC Board | Sue Pfeifer | 1st Term Feb 2023 – Feb 2026 / 2nd Term 2026-2029 |
| PEBC Board | Toni Cano | 2nd Term March 2025 – March 2028 |
| CCCEP Board | Lois Battcock | May 2022 – |
| CCAPP Board | Ava Feenstra | 1st Term June 2024 – June 2026 |
| CCAPP - PTPC(Public College) | Amanda Mushynski | 1st Term 2026-2029 |
| CCAPP - PTPC(Private College) | Taggarty Norris | 1st Term 2026-2029 |
Get Involved
Interested in serving on the CPTEA Council or becoming a Provincial Representative? CPTEA welcomes dedicated pharmacy technician educators and administrators who are passionate about advancing the profession nationally.
For more information about council positions and how to get involved, please contact us at membership@cptea.ca